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Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure
®
guidelines if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting always
place the radio in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip holder, holster,
case or body harness for this product. Use of non-Motorola-approved
Two-Way Radio
accessories may exceed FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines.
User Guide
If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied or approved body-worn
accessories and are not using the radio held in the normal use position,
ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your
body when transmitting.
Data Operation
If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or without an
accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at least one inch
(2.5 cm) from the body.
Approved Audio Accessories
• 53724: Remote Speaker with Push-to-Talk Microphone
• 53725: Headset with Swivel Boom Microphone
• 53727: Earbud with Push-to-Talk Microphone
• 53728: Flexible Ear Receiver
• 56320: Earpiece with Boom Microphone
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise
configured for electromagnetic compatibility. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and
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K M-ML34301
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
IC Canada
The term "IC:" before the equipment certification number only signifies
that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Facilities
To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn
For More Information
off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so.
Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is
For further information, you may call Motorola Solutions, Inc. at 1-800-638-
sensitive to external RF energy.
5119 (U.S. and Canada), e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com or visit us
on the Internet at motorolasolutions.com/talkabout.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when onboard an aircraft.
Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations
per airline crew instructions.
Safety and General Information
Medical Devices – Pacemakers
Important Information on Safe and Efficient Operation
The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a
Read This Information Before Using Your Radio.
minimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a
handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations are
The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety
consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of
information in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002.
the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
People with pacemakers should:
Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control your
•
ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their
exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/
pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.
uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following
procedure:
•
Not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
•
Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for
•
Transmit no more than 50% of the time.
interference.
•
To receive calls, release the PTT button.
•
Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that
•
To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button.
interference is taking place.
Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio
Medical Devices – Hearing Aids
generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the
terms of measuring standards compliance).
event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy
Medical Devices – Other
exposure standards and guidelines:
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer
•
United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal
of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy.
Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J.
Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
•
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical
Safety and General Use While Driving
and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992.
Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of radios in the area
•
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95.
where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use your radio while
1-1999 Edition.
driving, please:
•
International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
•
Give full attention to driving and to the road.
(ICNIRP) 1998.
•
Use hands-free operation, if available.
•
Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure
•
Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving
to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range
conditions so require.
from 3 KHz to 300 GHz, 1999.
The use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring
•
Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications
concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability to
(Electromagnetic Radiation—Human Exposure) Standard, 2003.
safely participate in such activities. Always use technology safely.
•
ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002.
Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag
•
ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 533 of September 10, 2009.
deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a portable radio is
To ensure optimal radio performance and make sure human exposure to
placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio
radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set forth
may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants
in the above standards, always adhere to the following procedures.
of the vehicle.
Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
atmosphere. Only radio types that are especially qualified should be
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the
used in such areas as "Intrinsically Safe." Do not remove, install or
radio and may violate FCC regulations.
charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive
atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or
Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is "IN USE." Holding the
even death.
antenna affects its effective range.
Push to Talk
Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above
(Low)
include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles (such as grain, dust or metal powders) and any other area
Call Tone
where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often—but not
Flash Light
always—posted.
Button
Emergency Alert
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your
Volume
radio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in
areas posted "Turn off two-way radios." Obey all signs and instructions.
Scroll/Weather
Operational Cautions
Push to Talk
Antennas
Microphone
(High)
Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can
Push to Talk
Mini-USB
(Low)
result.
Call Tone
Charging Port
Batteries
Flash Light
Button
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns
if a conductive material—like jewelry, keys or beaded chains— touch
Scroll/Weather
exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical
Microphone
Mini-USB
circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any
Charging Port
charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse or other
container with metal objects.
Exercise care when removing NiMH or AA batteries. Do not use sharp or
conductive tools to remove either of these batteries.
Battery Charger Safety Instructions:
Save these Instructions
1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
2. Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp
blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way.
Numbers for Channel,
Call Tone
3. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If the plug will
not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. An improper condition can result in a risk of electric
Numbers for Codes
shock.
4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or plug, pull the plug rather
than the cord when disconnecting the charger from the AC
—Battery Meter
receptacle.
—Channel Power
5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the
outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
6. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may
result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
—Keypad Lock
7. Make sure the cord is located so it will not be stepped on, tripped
over or subjected to damage or stress.
—Talk Confirmation
8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of a fire
—Noise Filtering
and/or electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure
that:
—On/Off for each
•
The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number,
size and shape as those on the plug of the charger.
•
The extension cord is properly wired and in good condition.
•
The extension cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and
16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet.
9. The supply cord of the AC adaptor cannot be replaced. If the cord is
Weatherproof
damaged, call customer service at 1-800-638-5119 (U.S. and Canada)
This radio is weatherproof to IP-54 standards. It is dust/splashproof from
or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com.
any direction. The radio is resistant to water and rain splashes only
when the battery cover and headset accessory mini-USB ports are
Licensing Information
sealed. Open the battery compartment door or headset port cover only
Your Motorola radio operates on FRS & GMRS frequencies in Canada &
when the radio is dry. Use of a headset accessory should be in dry
in the USA. For Canadian citizens, use of these frequencies is subject to
environments only.
the rules & regulations of Industry Canada (IC). IC requires no license
The charging base and AC adaptor are not waterproof. Do not expose the
when operated in Canada. For USA citizens, use is subject to the rules
charger to rain or snow. Charge the radios only in a dry location. Do not
and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . The
place wet radios into the charging base. The battery door must be tightly
FCC requires that all operators using GMRS frequencies obtain a radio
closed with the screw to maintain the weatherproof seal of the radio.
license before operating their equipment. To obtain the FCC forms, please
visit the FCC's Web site at wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home to
Installing the Batteries
source form 605 and 159, which includes all the instructions you will
Each radio can use either 1 NiMH rechargeable battery pack or 3 AA
need. If you wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or if you have
alkaline batteries and beeps when the batteries are low.
questions, please use the following contact information:
Installing NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack
For a fax:
For mail service:
If you have
1. Turn the radio off.
Contact the
Call the FCC
questions about
2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on
Fax-0n-Demand
Forms Hotline
the FCC License:
the battery door and open the cover.
system
Call the FCC
3. Remove the NiMH battery pack from the clear plastic bag (do not
1-202-418-0177
1-800-418-FORM
1-888-CALL-FCC
disassemble or unwrap the battery pack).
(3676)
(225-5322)
4. Insert the NiMH battery pack with the diagram facing you. (The
ribbon should be underneath the battery pack and should wrap
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may void
around the right side of the pack for easy removal.)
the user's authority granted by the IC/FCC to operate this radio and
5. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the
should not be made. To comply with IC/FCC requirements, transmitter
battery door.
adjustments should be made only by or under the supervision of a
person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter
Installing the Three AA Alkaline Batteries (Optional Accessory)
maintenance and repairs in the private land, mobile and fixed services
1. Turn the radio off.
as certified by an organization representative of the user of those
2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on
services. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal,
the battery door and open the cover.
semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the IC/FCC equipment
3. Insert the three AA alkaline batteries with + and - polarity as shown
authorization for this radio could violate IC/FCC rules.
inside. (The ribbon should be underneath the AA alkaline batteries
Note: Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be
and should wrap around the right side of the batteries.)
distributed is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited.
4. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the
battery door.
Radio Battery Meter
Control Buttons
The radio battery icon shows the battery charge level, from full
empty
. When the radio has one segment left, the
Menu/ Keypad Lock
radio chirps periodically or after releasing
Line Drawing best fitting for UG
Removing the NiMH Battery Pack
Scan/Monitor
1. Turn the radio off.
MON
MENU
2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on
the battery door and open the cover.
3. Remove the NiMH battery pack by pulling the ribbon attached to
the radio.
4. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the
battery door.
LED Indicator
Removing the Three AA Alkaline Batteries (Optional Accessory)
Accessory Port
1. Turn the radio off.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on
Speaker
Menu/ Keypad Lock
the battery door and open the cover.
Scan/Monitor
MON
MENU
3. Gently remove each alkaline battery by easing each battery out
individually.
4. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the
battery door.
Speaker
Notes
•
Exercise care when removing NiMH or AA batteries. Do not use
sharp or conductive tools to remove either of these batteries.
Flash Light LED
•
Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended periods
Flash Light LED
of time. Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent
Display Screen Guide
Numbers for Channel,
damage to your radio.
Call Tone
Numbers for Codes
Using the mini-USB Charging Adaptor
—Battery Meter
—Vibrate
The mini-USB charging adaptor allows you to conveniently charge your
—Channel Power
—Scan
Indicator
NiMH battery pack. This is an alternative to charging your NiMH battery
—Dual Scan
(see menu Options)
—Call Tone,
—Keypad Lock
Keypad Tone
pack in the Battery Charger desk stand using the AC wall adaptor and
—Weather Alert
—Talk Confirmation
especially useful when used while traveling.
Tone (Roger Beep)
—Hands-Free Use
—Noise Filtering
Without
Accessories
—On/Off for each
Available mini-USB charging options:
—Hands-Free Use
feature
With Accessories
1. Vehicle charger
2. Mini-USB computer cable
If using a computer, the computer must be turned on.
—Vibrate
This and other accessories (sold separately) are available for your radio.
—Scan
For more information, visit our Web site at
Indicator
motorolasolutions.com/talkabout or shop.giantintl.com.
—Dual Scan
(see menu Options)
1. Plug your mini-USB cable or charger into a power source as is
—Call Tone,
appropriate for your accessory.
Keypad Tone
2. Plug the cable into the mini-USB port on the bottom of your radio.
—Weather Alert
3. After the initial charge, an empty battery will be fully charged in 7 hrs.
Tone (Roger Beep)
for the MT350 series radio (KEBT-650 mAh NiMH battery pack) or 14
—Hands-Free Use
hrs. for the MT352 series radio (KEBT-1300 mAh NiMH battery pack).
Without
Accessories
4. The battery icon will scroll as the battery is being charged. The
scrolling icon will stop when the battery is fully charged.
—Hands-Free Use
feature
Notes
With Accessories
•
When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not charge the
NiMH battery pack until the battery temperature acclimates (usually
about 20 minutes).
•
For optimal battery life, remove the radio from the charger within 16
Getting Started
hours. Do not store the radio while connected to the charger.
•
If the radio is kept on while charging, the charging time will be
extended.
•
Even though the charger is connected, you may not be able to
transmit a message if the battery is completely empty
time for the battery to charge to 1 bar
transmit a message.
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip
1. Attach belt clip to pocket or belt strap.
2. Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio.
3. Gently push until the clip clicks in place.
To Remove
1. Push down on the release tab at the top of the belt clip to release
the catch.
2. Pull the belt clip away from the back of the radio.
Using the Desktop Battery Charger (Optional Accessory)
The battery charger provides drop-in charging convenience for NiMH
batteries and can be placed on any flat surface, such as a desk or
workbench. Charge the NiMH battery overnight (at least 16 hours) before
using it for the first time.
MT350R Radio
After the initial charge, an empty battery (KEBT-650 mAh NiMH) is fully
charged within 7 hrs.
MT352R Radio
After the initial charge, an empty battery (KEBT-1300 mAh NiMH) is fully
charged within 14 hrs.
1. Follow the steps above to install a NiMH Battery Pack.
2. Plug the AC power supply cord into the jack on the desk stand.
3. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.
4. With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging pockets.
5. When charging in the battery charger, the red light on the charger
base will glow continuously.
Turning your Radio On and Off
Turn
clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn the
to
radio off.
(Low Battery Alert).
1. In the ON position, the radio chirps and briefly shows all feature
MT350
icons available on the radio.
2. The display screen then shows the current channel, code and all
features that are enabled.
Setting the Volume
Press and hold
for three seconds, then rotate
comfortable listening level.
Emergency Alert
Volume
1. Rotate
clockwise to increase the volume.
LED Indicator
2. Rotate
counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
Push to Talk
(High)
Accessory Port
Push to Talk
Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an
(Low)
Menu/ Keypad Lock
Call Tone
Flash Light
MON
Scan/Monitor
Button
MENU
uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.
Scroll/Weather
Microphone
Mini-USB
Speaker
Charging Port
Talking and Listening
Flash Light LED
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
channel and Interference Eliminator Code.
1. To talk, press and hold
.
2. When you are finished talking, release
Numbers for Channel,
Call Tone
For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away from your
Numbers for Codes
mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover the
—Battery Meter
—Vibrate
—Scan
—Channel Power
microphone while talking.
Indicator
—Dual Scan
(see menu Options)
—Call Tone,
—Keypad Lock
Keypad Tone
Talk Range
—Weather Alert
—Talk Confirmation
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve
Tone (Roger Beep)
—Hands-Free Use
Without
—Noise Filtering
Accessories
transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.
—On/Off for each
—Hands-Free Use
feature
With Accessories
Power Boost
To boost your radio's power up to high power, press the top portion of the
button when talking. If you know your party is close by, you can
conserve your battery's energy by pushing the lower part of the
button to use less power.
Note: If you are on an FRS only channel (see Channels and Frequencies
table) the radio will only use low power when either portion of the
is pressed.
Monitor Button
Pressing and holding
for three seconds allows you to listen to the
volume level of the radio when you are not receiving. This allows you to
adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also press
activity on the current channel before you talk.
Push to Talk
Timeout Timer
To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio emits
a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if you press
continuous seconds.
Menu Options
Selecting the Channel
Your radio has 22 channels. The channel is the frequency the radio uses to
transmit. Channels 8-14 are FRS 0.5 watt only and all other channels are
GMRS. (See the "Channels and Frequencies" table on overleaf for details.)
1. With the radio on, press
. When the radio is on a 0.5
watt channel,
displays. When the radio is on a 1.5 watts
channel,
displays. The current channel flashes.
2. Press
or
and select an unused or quiet channel.
. Allow
3. Press
to save the channel setting or
before attempting to
Selecting the Interference Eliminator Code
Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by blocking
transmissions from unknown sources. Your radio has 121 Interference
Eliminator Codes. Codes 1 – 38 are the standard analog codes that
appear on other FRS/GMRS radios. Codes 39 – 121 are additional digital
codes added for superior interference protection. 0 is the off position, no
analog or digital codes are enabled.
To set the code for a channel:
1. Press
until the code starts to flash.
2. Press
or
to select the code.
3. Press
to save the code setting or
You can set a different code for each channel using this procedure. An
extended press of
or
allows you to scroll through the Interference
Code rapidly so you can quickly reach the code you want.
Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to 0 on a radio that
uses Interference Eliminator Codes to communicate with radios that do
not have Interference Eliminator Codes. Select 0 for "no tone, no code"
and OFF will flash on your radio's display.
Setting and Transmitting Call Tones
Your radio can transmit different call tones to other radios in your group
so you can alert them that you want to talk. Your radio has 20 call tones
from which to choose.
To set a call tone:
1. Press
three times until the current call tone setting flashes and
appears.
2. Press
or
to change and hear the call tone.
Scroll/Weather
Microphone
Mini-USB
Charging Port
until you reach a
Numbers for Cha
Call Tone
Numbers for Cod
.
—Battery M
—Channel P
Indicator
(see menu
—Keypad Lo
—Talk Confi
Tone (Rog
—Noise Filt
—On/Off fo
feature
to check for
for 60
to continue set up.
to continue set up.
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